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Quantity Surveyor – Oxford

* Competitive basic salary £55-75,000

* Excellent bonus scheme that pays out

* Car or Car allowance (Electric cars available)

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

* Private Healthcare

* Company contributory pension scheme

* Cycle to work scheme

* Support with a professional memberships

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team of a highly successful contractor in Oxford.

Initially working on a £30million new build project in the education sector, you will report into a Commercial Manager and be part of the senior site team that underpins the success of the projects for this repeat business Client.

Staff development and promoting from within has always been key to this company’s success / structure, and there is plenty of room to grow and progress in their Oxford region.

The company has a loyal client base, a full order for 2025, and money in the bank!

Quantity Surveyor Site based: Oxford

As part of the project delivery team, the Quantity Surveyor will report to a Commercial Manager. You may also have an Assistant QS reporting to you.

Duties will include:

Manage commercial resources of the project to maximise margin through the placement of subcontractor contracts.
Control subcontract packages from enquiry through to final account.
Package management and change control.
Regularly review with the team contractual risks and implement strategies to mitigate risk.
Assessment of variations and valuations of subcontractor accounts.
Authorise placement of contracts, materials and plant orders.
Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quantity), negotiation, invoicing and payment of the supply chain.
Preparation of monthly cost reports

About You

* You will have 5 years plus experience working as a Quantity Surveyor for a Principal Contractor

* Have a solid level of education including a minimum of HND qualification (Quantity Surveying or Construction Management is desirable).he ability to work seamlessly with clients and the supply chain.

* Be able to control subcontract packages from enquiry through to final account.

* Strong IT literacy in Microsoft Office packages.

* Strong organisational skills with proven time management skills.

* Be able to demonstrate a stable employment history

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